Filipino actor Menggie Cobarrubias dies amid COVID-19 pandemic

Domingo "Menggie" Cobarrubias, a 68-year-old Filipino actor, died of cardiac arrest on March 26, 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Hospitalized for pneumonia after a fever, he was tested for the virus, but results were pending. Cobarrubias starred in numerous films and TV shows, earning awards for his performances throughout his career.

Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang, 27, is one of the most explosive action heroes on the ONE Championship roster today. ONE Warrior Series CEO Rich Franklin has nothing but praises for the Igorot mixed martial artist who is training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. “He’s a phenomenal athlete and I just see … Continue reading Rich Franklin: Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang is a phenomenal athlete

Hantavirus kills Chinese man amid COVID-19 pandemic; Why we shouldn’t panic

An orthohantavirus, also called hantavirus, killed a man in China while the world is still suffering from the cruel devastation caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Because of this, netizens from around the world are worried that yet another deadly virus is about to spread. Hailing from Yunnan, China, the man was travelling on his way … Continue reading Hantavirus kills Chinese man amid COVID-19 pandemic; Why we shouldn’t panic

Dana White to get Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson done; ‘UFC 249’ venue in Abu Dhabi, UAE?

Reigning UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib “The Eagle” Nurmagomedov, 31, of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia and Tony “El Cucuy” Ferguson, 36, of Ventura, California, United States are eager to fight each other in the octagon. However, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may postpone their upcoming fight at "UFC 249." Mixed martial arts fans from around the world are … Continue reading Dana White to get Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson done; ‘UFC 249’ venue in Abu Dhabi, UAE?

Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

ONE Championship athlete Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang turned 27 on March 24, 2020. In time for his birthday, the Igorot mixed martial artist training out of Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines talked about how Manny Pacquiao served as his role model. “Growing up watching the rise of Manny Pacquiao, I was motivated to … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Lito Adiwang: Manny Pacquiao motivated me

13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Founded by Filipino mixed martial arts pioneer Mark "The Machine" Sangiao, Team Lakay is a household name in the global MMA community. Based in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines, it has produced several world champions and it is revered as one of the premier MMA teams in Asia Pacific. As such, Team Lakay fighters function as … Continue reading 13 Team Lakay workout videos to watch during community quarantine amid COVID-19 pandemic

Bayanihan Musikahan for COVID-19 relief week 2: Nyoy Volante, Gloc-9, Morisette, Juris, Johnoy Danao

Co-organized by National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab, Bayanihan Musikahan is an online concert series that aims to raise funds for coronavirus (COVID-19) relief in the Philippines. The first week featured Cayabyab himself, Ebe Dancel, Karylle, Sponge Cola, Top Suzara, Noel Cabangon, Bayang Barrios and Mike Villegas, Jazz Nicholas, Davey Langit and Keiko Necessario, among … Continue reading Bayanihan Musikahan for COVID-19 relief week 2: Nyoy Volante, Gloc-9, Morisette, Juris, Johnoy Danao

Ben&Ben’s online concert to raise funds for COVID-19 relief, to launch Puhon website

Ben&Ben is set to hold a massive fundraising online showcase titled “Puhon: A Ben&Ben FB Live Event for the COVID-19 Efforts.” The Philippines-based nine-piece collective will be performing some of their biggest hits for a one-hour live stream show while staying in their respective homes. As of March 22, 2020, there have been 380 confirmed … Continue reading Ben&Ben’s online concert to raise funds for COVID-19 relief, to launch Puhon website

juan karlos band members JK Labajo, Jeriko Aguilar, Louise Bayas, Gian Hipolito

“Juan Karlos as a solo artist is currently inactive,” said singer-songwriter Juan Karlos "JK" Labajo. He is now the frontman of the six-time Platinum awardee juan karlos. Signed under MCA Music, juan karlos is composed of Labajo on vocals and guitar, Jeriko Aguilar on guitar, Louise Bayas on bass and Gian Hipolito on drums. As … Continue reading juan karlos band members JK Labajo, Jeriko Aguilar, Louise Bayas, Gian Hipolito

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Got7 member Jackson Wang’s ‘100 Ways’ to claim Asian pop music throne

Got7 member Jackson Wang, 25, has returned with “100 Ways," a new single being distributed by Asian music powerhouse 88rising. The Hong Kong singer, rapper and dancer is straight off the back of releasing his solo debut album "MIRRORS," which was released by his own label Team Wang and Western and 6th on October 25, … Continue reading Got7 member Jackson Wang’s ‘100 Ways’ to claim Asian pop music throne